Fair warning folks: there’s deliciousness ahead. The kind that comes when you combine a crispy, savoury coating with fresh Atlantic salmon. It’s gluten-free and guilt-free goodness.
Last year, a friend sent me one of those tongue-in-cheek eCards, which portrayed a profile of a woman crying, stating –
“I’d do anything to lose 10 pounds, except eat well and exercise.”
At the time, I chuckled – I mean, yeah, it pretty much summed up my life! – but when my clothes started to get a bit too snug, it was no longer a laughing matter.
So I changed things up. And I didn’t lose 10 pounds… I lost 20! And now, at my goal weight, there’s nothing I’d like to do more than keep it off.
Hint: I won’t be joining a gym any time soon.
Which means that I have to settle for what’s behind door number two: eating well. And you know what? Making healthy, better-for-me choices is not the hardship I thought it would be – especially with a wealth of waist-friendly and alternative-diet options on the market, including Breton Popped! Beans cracker chips.
Love Breton? Who doesn’t! It’s been a wholesome family choice since 1982. And now, even more people can enjoy the tender-crisp texture and wholesome taste of the original Breton. Introducing two NEW gluten-free options: Breton Bean crackers (in White Bean with Salt & Pepper and Black Bean with Onion & Garlic) which provides 3g of fibre and 2g protein per serving and Breton Popped! Beans cracker chips (in Sweet Chili Cheddar and Sea Salt & Pepper). Stamped with their ‘Made Better’ promise, these healthy snacks have no preservatives or artificial flavours/colours and beans are the #1 ingredient!
(Yes, I ended that sentence with an exclamation point. No, I can’t really explain why I’m so excited about beans. But trust me on this one – you’ll LOVE Breton Popped! Beans cracker chips. Not only are they delicious; they’re certified gluten-free by the Canadian Celiac Association.)
In addition to being made with a blend of chickpea and red bean, Breton Popped! Beans cracker chips have 2g fibre and 2g protein per serving. The kids love them as an after-school snack, and I’ve been known to tuck into the box late at night. And they’re so versatile – I’ve even found a way to enjoy them with dinner! Here’s an easy make-it-tonight recipe for Cracker Crusted Salmon. I threw this recipe together in a pinch – and couldn’t be happier with the result!
(Bonus: Pounding crackers until they’re crushed? Instant stress reliever.)
1 large salmon fillet, cut into 2.5-inch portions
½ cup Breton Popped! Beans Salt & Pepper, crushed
2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
¼ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp dried parsley
pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
2 tbsp butter, melted
Preheat oven to 400°C. Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil or non-stick spray.
Mix crushed Breton Popped! Beans Salt & Pepper with Parmesan, herbs and spices. Stir in melted butter until just combined.
Press mixture firmly onto tops of salmon portions. Transfer to baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes, depending on the thickness of your filet. Remove from oven; add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, if desired. Serves 4.
Love what you see? Try these new gluten-free crackers! Visit the Dare Foods website or like Breton on Facebook for more product info or recipe ideas.
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Although this post has been generously sponsored by Dare Foods Limited, the opinions and language are my own, and in no way do they reflect Dare Foods Limited.
Good idea to smash up the Breton Crackers and use them as a coating. Mind you I might have to try it on chicken since we are not fish fans in this house.
wow what a great idea , i love salmon … i would never have thought of using the Brenton Crackers , your so clever thanks for sharing :)
Oh wow, this looks so good!! salmon is one of my favourites and using Brenton crackers just kicks it up a notch!!
Great way to use Breton crackers. I am a seafood person.
I could eat it every day. Thanks for the recipe.
Looks delish! Salmon is my favourite seafood and I can’t wait to try this easy recipe with Breton crackers.Thanks Lena!
I would love some of that salmon right now.
Love salmon and this looks so good
This looks great Thanks for the new gluten free ideas
mmm that looks so good!! i need to eat fish more because i don’t eat it enough. I am so picky with the fish I eat but love salmon so i will give this a try :)
Every day I nom nom on my Breton Gluten Free Original with Flax crackers, they are like finding the pot of gold for me. As a sufferer of Celiac Disease, I get very excited when the larger food companies venture out into the gluten free land! Now, I can look for Breton Popped and try a few recipes of my own! Thanks for the post Lena!! :)
looks very tasty
That looks delicious, will have to try it.
I love trying new fish recipe ideas.
Interesting recipe. We love salmon and will have to try this out. Thanks!
Great Recipe! Love salmon! Thanks for the great recipe!
I had never thought to use crushed flavoured crackers as a crust before. Sounds delish!
Wow! It looks scrumptious!
I have not tried these Breton Popped. This looks delicious. I’m a big fan of salmon. Thanks fro the recipe.
What a great idea! Sounds delicious!
I love making salmon, never tried it with Breton crust before, sounds yummy
This looks really good. I prefer a crumb coating to batter so this sounds perfect.
This looks like an amazing salmon dish and good on ya for the weight loss!
I love salmon. Will be trying this recipe soon- thanks!
Congrats on meeting your goal! I love salmon and this is a great way to cook it! Thanks for sharing!
Salmon is my favorite of fish dishes to serve my family.This looks like a good way to coat it with Breton crackers.I will have to give this a try soon.
We had Salmon for dinner tonight wish I has seen this earlier.Both my grandkids love Salmon and I will be trying this real soon it sure looks delicious.
sounds like a fun and delicious idea. Thanks for the recipe
We enjoyed your Salmon dish on Good Friday with family and friends and it certainly went over very well with many compliments
My granddaughter loves Salmon and i prepared this for her on Sunday past and she said(she,s 9) nan thats the best Salmon i ever had……thanks
I like this recipe especially because of the use of the Breton Popped for the coating
We enjoyed this beautiful dish for Dinner last night,it certainly is delicious !
I always make the same salmon recipes so this is totally new and different. Time for a change!
This recipe always turned out great even with cod!
I never would of thought of using these pops for a recipe but it’s such a great idea